On the Cusp: The Yale College Class of 1960 and a World on the Verge of Change

Exploring the transition from the 1950s to the 1960s, the narrative blends personal memoir, collective biography, and cultural history. It delves into the social and political changes experienced by a specific, privileged generational cohort, offering insights into the dynamics that shaped this pivotal era. Through individual and shared experiences, the author sheds light on the factors that contributed to the cultural upheaval of the 1960s.